EMS Expo 2009
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EMS1 was in Atlanta reporting on daily show coverage from EMS Expo 2009, with the latest from the show — including breaking news, hot products and useful tips from educational sessions. Be sure to check out our full coverage below for a recap of important speakers, sessions, awards and much more.
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NAEMT recognized two EMS professionals — Chris Honda and Linda Smith — with national awards in Atlanta on Wednesday morning during the opening ceremonies of the 2009 EMS EXPO. Full story
EMS should follow the fire service's approach to reducing fires through prevention programs by doing the same with injury prevention, according to Jeff Lindsey, chief of Estero, Fla., Fire Rescue. Full story
Effective hand washing by EMS personnel is the most effective way to combat the spread of infectious diseases, according to a presentation made by Tim Hillier, Director of Education at M.D. Ambulance. Full story
The importance of EMS agencies having "crisis checklists" was stressed in a session aimed at managers. Skip Kirkwood, chief of Wake County, NC, EMS, said that how agencies handled major situations could define careers. Full story
As advances are made in GPS, EMS will see the technology used to not only better track vehicles but the movements of equipment and even personnel, said service industry veteran Mic Gunderson. Full story
EMS should be prepared for scenes of mass confusion, unknown identities, unknown medical histories and communication problems, said Ken Bouvier. Full story
Ray Barishansky outlines a number of practical tips for recruitment and retention that EMS managers can use to maintain healthy staffing numbers. Full story
Mike Wallace, a Missouri EMS division chief, speaks of the importance of being a "change agent" and that the responsibility for an organization's public perception lies with each and every agency member. Full story
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Engel's newest product has been has been developed specifically for saline storage with therapeutic hypothermic induction. Unlike other coolers, the unit can keep a steady temperature regardless of outside environmental conditions. Full story
Manufactured by Intersurgical, the soft, gel-like material used in a new supraglottic airway device to create a non-inflating, anatomical sealallows for ease of insertion and reduced trauma. Full story
Ambu's SmartMan provides real-time feedback that enables users to understand how they are performing — such as proper rate and depth and full release of the chest — with the aid of integrated computer technology. Full story
The ACUSON P10 ultrasound system is a handheld diagnostic and screening tool that aims to enable first responders to make earlier, faster and more accurate decisions at the point of care. Full story
It's no secret that attendees of EMS EXPO return home with new ideas of potential purchases for their agencies. While there weren't as many new products on display this year, some could be the most influential we've seen in years. Full story
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